Japan Handicrafts Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Apparel & Accessories, Woodwork, Glassware, Potteryware, Art Metalware, Kitchen & Tableware, Sculpture, Fragrance & Incense Sticks, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Mass Retailers, Independent Retailers, Specialty Stores, Online, and Others), and Japan Handicrafts Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Handicrafts Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Handicrafts Market Size Was Estimated at USD 30245.6 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 5.28% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Handicrafts Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 53257.2 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Japan Handicrafts Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 53257.2 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 5.28% from 2025 to 2035. The Japanese handicrafts market is driven by various factors, including rising demand for unique and handmade products, rising popularity of online platforms, rising preferences for eco-friendly, sustainable, and handmade products, and rising preferences for Japanese handicraft products among tourists.

Market Overview

Handicrafts are manually crafted products created by using traditional skills and techniques. Handicraft products include apparel & accessories, woodwork, glassware, and potteryware. These handicrafts are typically made by master artisans and show the workmanship and culture of a specific people or region. They tend to be appreciated for their unique and original qualities as well as their beauty. They are typically made from materials such as sheet metals, woods, natural fibres, papers, textiles, wrought iron, ceramics, beds, horns, bones, and river stones. Handicrafts are widely used for gifting or decoration purposes. The growing demand for traditional and cultural heritage is one of the most significant market growth drivers. The increased utilization in households, offices, hotels, restaurants, and commercial spaces as a decorative material further raises the market growth. The rising preferences towards eco-friendly decorative products are the key trend in this market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan handicrafts market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan handicrafts market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan handicrafts market.

Driving Factors

The cultural value of heritage and the desire to preserve and spread old craftsmanship is making a demand for traditional Japanese handicrafts. They are widely used as a decorative material in households and various commercial spaces due to their high quality and unique design, which further expands the market growth. The rising popularity of Japanese handicraft products, including souvenirs, symbolic imageries, religious objects and decorative items for gifting purposes among tourists is a positive outlook for the market. Handicrafts are easily available on online platforms, which further propels the market growth. Additionally, the rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products and the expansion of social media platforms positively contribute to the handicrafts market.

Restraining Factors

One of the main restraints is the high production cost, as they require manual processes and premium material, which makes the final product expensive, which is unaffordable for price-sensitive consumers. Additionally, the fluctuation in the prices of raw materials, which impact the pricing and profit margins for artisans which further limits the market expansion.

Market Segmentation

The Japan handicrafts market share is classified into product type and distribution channel.    

• The woodwork segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.     

The Japan handicrafts market is segmented by product type into apparel & accessories, woodwork, glassware, potteryware, art metalware, kitchen & tableware, sculpture, fragrance & incense sticks, and others. Among these, the woodwork segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to the rising demand for wood-based decorative items. Additionally, the rising preferences for eco-friendly products drive the growth of this market segment.

• The mass retailers segment held the highest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.     

The Japan handicrafts market is segmented by distribution channel into mass retailers, independent retailers, specialty stores, online, and others. Among these, the mass retailers segment held the highest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to rising accessibility and mainstream appeal of handicraft goods. Additionally, they capitalize on seasonal demand for handicrafts, particularly during the holiday season.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan handicrafts market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Arita Porcelain Lab
• Kutani Ware Producers
• Edo Kiriko Glassware
• Gyokusendo Co., Ltd.
• Hakuichi Co., Ltd.
• Kurotani Washi Cooperative
• Nakanishi Kougei Co., Ltd.
• Oak Village Corporation
• Other

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan handicrafts market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Handicrafts Market, By Product Type

• Apparel & Accessories
• Woodwork
• Glassware
• Potteryware
• Art Metalware
• Kitchen & Tableware
• Sculpture
• Fragrance & Incense Sticks
• Others

Japan Handicrafts Market, By Distribution Channel

• Mass Retailers
• Independent Retailers
• Specialty Stores
• Online
• Others